Turtle Inn by Francis Ford Coppola

Mix yourself a mojito and set yourself up on the sands of this blissful beach town in the sultry shore-lined south of Belize.
If it’s good enough for Francis Ford Coppola, Placencia is good enough for us. This coastal town, on a sand-lined peninsula in the south of Belize, is home to one of the Oscar-winning director’s Coppola Hideaway resorts. After all, it’s hard to argue with Placencia’s silver-screen looks. If vivid blue waters, white-sand beaches, freshwater lagoons, coral reefs and a laid-back Caribbean vibe are your must-haves for a winter-sun escape, Placencia will slap a smile on your face when the seasonal tide swings. Here’s how to explore it in style…
For a somewhat fancy dinner, head to Rumfish y Vino to try one of the ceviches, such as the Peruvian version with fresh snapper marinated in lime juice with ginger, spices, sweet pepper and cilantro. Other mains on the menu include Yucatán chicken, with an extra kick from harissa on grilled filets. This being Belize, rum also makes its way onto the menu in the form of various mojitos, including one with pineapple and another with ginger.
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